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Release Date:
7 April 2006 (USA) moreTagline:
Never Follow.Plot:
The real story of a dance teacher who believed in the talent of a group of problem kids. full summary | full synopsisAwards:
1 win & 6 nominations moreNewsDesk:
(12 articles)
Blue Skies for 'Cloudy,'Hazy Starts for 'Surrogates,' 'Fame' (From BoxOfficeMojo.com. 27 September 2009, 11:23 AM, PDT)
Jayde Nicole Says Joe Francis "Attacked From Behind," Wants Cops to Take the Lead
(From E! Online. 31 August 2009, 5:15 PM, PDT)
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Not what you've expected. more (123 total)US TV Schedule:
| Sat. Nov. 14 | 12:00 PM | TNT |
Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Antonio Banderas | ... | Pierre Dulaine | |
| Rob Brown | ... | Rock | |
| Yaya DaCosta | ... | LaRhette | |
| Alfre Woodard | ... | Augustine James | |
| John Ortiz | ... | Mr. Temple | |
| Laura Benanti | ... | Tina | |
| Jonathan Malen | ... | Kurd | |
| Jasika Nicole | ... | Egypt | |
| Shawand McKenzie | ... | Big Girl | |
| Dante Basco | ... | Ramos | |
| Elijah Kelley | ... | Danjou | |
| Jenna Dewan | ... | Sasha | |
| Marcus T. Paulk | ... | Eddie | |
| Brandon D. Andrews | ... | Monster | |
| Lauren Collins | ... | Caitlin |
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Rated PG-13 for thematic material, language and some violence.Parents Guide:
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1.85 : 1 moreCertification:
USA:PG-13 | Singapore:PG | UK:12A | Ireland:PG | Hong Kong:IIA | Argentina:Atp | Malaysia:U | Switzerland:10 (canton of Vaud) | Switzerland:10 (canton of Geneva) | Sweden:7 | Finland:K-11 | Philippines:PG-13 (MTRCB) | Australia:PG | Iceland:10 | Netherlands:6 | South Korea:12 | New Zealand:PG | Portugal:M/12Fun Stuff
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Originally, 'Antonio Banderas' turned down the part of Pierre when he looked at the script and realized the whole film was about ballroom dancing. The producers begged him for a few minutes for them to explain the story. After hearing this, viewing a documentary on and meeting the real Pierre, Banderas signed on. moreGoofs:
Crew or equipment visible: When Pierre is talking to a student in his dance studio, a boom microphone can be seen in the window behind the two characters. moreSoundtrack:
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There are so many good films being released and so many formulaic films like these are released that it seems like we can do without a film like TAKE THE LEAD.But guess what,this ain't your average coming-of-age inspiring story.This is rather more fun and effective drama powered by fantastic dance sequences,with the aid of Benderas who leads the kids.
The entire film depends on Benderas' energy and wit.He fills the film with energy and wit and excites everyone in the film.I really enjoyed the superbly choreographed dance sequences as it brings about different cultures together and shows how much fun it could be.It's really enthralling.
A finely made entertaining film with a different treatment to an old formula.Surprise is on their side.